your guide
to breast augmentation
Actual
Natrelle INSPIRA® patient.
Individual results may vary.
When is it TIME to ask about having a breast augmentation?

You're a woman who's looking for a change.
Perhaps you weren’t born with the breast shape or size you wanted, or factors like time, weight loss, or pregnancy caused other changes.

You’re a woman whose breasts have changed after having children.
If your breasts have lost volume after childbirth, you’re not alone! Breast implants can give
you a fuller look. If your breasts are sagging, your surgeon may recommend a
lift in addition to augmentation.

You’re a woman who isn’t happy with her
current breast implants.
There are several reasons you may need a breast revision, size is just one of them.
Maybe your breasts have changed over time, or perhaps the implants that fit you at age 22 are too small, large, or just not right anymore.
Maybe your breasts have changed over time, or perhaps the implants that fit you at age 22 are too small, large, or just not right anymore.
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What to expect
before surgery
Consultation
Many women start their surgical journey by talking to a friend or a relative who has already had a breast augmentation.
While these are all good places to start, your most valuable resource is a personal
consultation with a plastic surgeon.
A consultation doesn’t take long, and with an expert’s opinion, you’ll be better able to understand the benefits, risks, and discover which implant options are best for you and your body.
A consultation doesn’t take long, and with an expert’s opinion, you’ll be better able to understand the benefits, risks, and discover which implant options are best for you and your body.
Download the patient labeling for Breast Augmentation With Natrelle® Silicone-Filled Breast Implants
Augmentation Guide to prepare for your consultation
Guide
Which topics should you talk about with your surgeon?

incision placement
There are 3 common incision sites in breast augmentation surgery.
Talk to your surgeon about the best one for you.
implant placement
The breast implant can be placed under the pectoralis major muscle (submuscular) or on top of the
muscle and under the breast gland (subglandular). Your surgeon will determine which site is best for your body type.
Submuscular placement
- Surgery may be longer
- Recovery may be longer
- May be more painful post surgery
- Reoperation may be more difficult
- Implants may be less palpable
- May ease imaging during mammography exam
- May be preferable if you have thin or weakened breast tissue
Subglandular placement
- Surgery may be shorter
- Recovery may be shorter
- May be less painful
- May provide easier access for reoperation
- More palpable implants
- Greater likelihood of capsular contracture
- More difficult imaging during mammography exam
cost
Breast augmentation costs can vary quite a bit based on the surgeon’s experience,
the type and cost of breast implants that you choose, and where you live.
- Anesthesia fees
- Hospital or surgical facility costs
- Medical tests
- Postsurgery garments
- Prescriptions for medication
- Surgeon's fees
- Cost of the breast implants
POTENTIAL RISKS
- What are the risks and complications associated with having breast implants?
- How many additional operations on my implanted breast(s) can I expect over my lifetime?
- How will my breasts look if I decide to have the implants removed without replacement?
- How will my ability to breastfeed be affected?
Many plastic surgeons offer financing plans,
so be sure to ask your surgeon about this option.
so be sure to ask your surgeon about this option.
What to expect
during surgery
Knowing what to expect before you go into surgery
helps to make it a much smoother experience.
helps to make it a much smoother experience.

The pre-op appointment
Before surgery, you will meet with your surgeon to discuss the procedure, review and sign the patient decision checklist, sign consent forms,
and receive prescriptions to fill after your surgery. Use this opportunity to confirm which
Natrelle® implant you have chosen.

The day of surgery
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes. A top that zips or with buttons in the front is ideal.
Wear comfortable, slip-on shoes and cotton socks. Avoid wearing makeup, jewelry, contact lenses, and hair clips.

The procedure
Breast implant surgery usually lasts 1 to several hours depending on the incision, implant,
and personal circumstances. Your surgeon will be able to give you a better estimate during your pre-op appointment.

Support after surgery
You may have to stay overnight, but if you can go home, arrange for a
close friend or family member to take you home after the procedure and stay with you for a night or two.
Having help around the house after surgery makes a positive difference.
What to expect
after surgery

Recovery
As every patient and procedure is different, there is no set time for recovery.
Talk with your surgeon so you know what to expect.
Your breasts will be wrapped in gauze dressing, and an elastic bandage or
support bra may be used to support your breasts as they heal.
Soreness, bruising, and swelling are all likely. Make sure you follow your surgeon’s instructions and
take any prescribed medications.
DO I need to have my implants monitored long-term?
It is recommended that you have periodic imaging (eg, MRI, ultrasound) of your silicone gel-filled breast implants to screen for implant rupture regardless of whether your implants are for cosmetic augmentation or reconstruction. These recommendations do not replace other additional imaging that may be required depending on your medical history or circumstances (ie, screening mammography for breast cancer). Even if you have no symptoms, you should have your first ultrasound or MRI at 5-6 years after your initial implant surgery and then every 2-3 years thereafter. If you have symptoms at any time or uncertain ultrasound results for breast implant rupture, an MRI is recommended.
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